One of the most well-known facts about French-Polish scientist Marie Curie was how self-damaging her discovery ended up being. Decades after her untimely death, it was discovered that Curie’s old furniture, manuscripts, and even cookbooks are still at lethal radiation…
Persepolis 20 Years Later: In Which a Coming of Age Novel Comes of Age
Written by Marjane Satrapi, Persepolis, first published in 2000, is a memoir dedicated to the intersection between threats and repression, between tradition and modernity, between privilege and suffering, and between childhood and revolution. This timeless work continues in its relevance…
5 Female Directors Better Than Mel Gibson for Suicide Squad 2
To make mistakes is only human. I’ve run a stop sign or two in my day, accidentally overdrew my bank account and have even overslept when I was supposed to be at work. People in Hollywood are not immune from…
Who Should Direct Deadpool 2?
This weekend brought the unfortunate news that director Tim Miller will not be returning to helm the second Deadpool movie. As it turns out, he and star Ryan Reynolds weren’t as simpatico as we thought. Although the split was amicable,…
Our Shared Shelf June book review: “Persepolis 1 & 2”
Welcome back to my monthly coverage of Emma Watson’s Our Shared Shelf book club! Last month’s pick was “The Argonauts” by Maggie Nelson and this month Ms. Watson has chosen “Persepolis” by Marjane Satrapi. DISCLAIMER: Emma did not clarify, herself, if she…
First Trailer for ‘The Voices’ with Ryan Reynolds!
A film with Ryan Reynolds and talking animals? Yes, please! In just a few more weeks, get ready to see a whole new side of Mr. Reynolds in his latest film, The Voices. This dark comedy/thriller, written and directed by…